Karen Ramola, VP of Retail at New Market Bank, shares her family's journey in running a small family-owned bank. The bank has been in operation since 1905 and is currently in its fourth generation. Karen's sister is the president and CEO, while their father is the credit analyst and chairman of the board. Karen discusses the importance of family business and the role of the family council in decision-making. She also talks about the transition of ownership from her grandfather to her father and the future plans for ownership transfer. The conversation explores the experiences of Karen Ramola and Kevin in their family businesses and the challenges they face. They discuss the dynamics of gender in their respective families and how it influences their roles in the business. They also touch on the importance of support from spouses and the need for men to have their own leadership conferences. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of family businesses and the importance of giving back to the community.

Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rVUf0WJ6Aqc

Find Karen:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karenramola/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karen.ramola

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-ramola-77250821/

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Join Jaime White as she welcomes Erin Ogden, an attorney renowned for her unconventional approach to law. Together, they delve into the intricacies of family businesses, discussing challenges, strategies, and insights that stand apart from traditional legal perspectives. Don't miss this thought-provoking conversation on navigating the unique landscape of family-operated enterprises.

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinrogden/

https://www.facebook.com/ogslawyers

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In this episode, Wendy Behary, an expert in narcissism, discusses the characteristics and treatment of narcissistic personalities. She explains that narcissists are highly self-absorbed individuals who feel entitled and have difficulty with empathy and criticism. Behary also introduces schema therapy, a model for treating complex personality types like narcissism. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and addressing unmet needs and schemas that contribute to narcissistic behavior. Additionally, she discusses the connection between narcissism and addiction and the role of empathy in healing. Behary envisions a future where therapy integrates the mind-body connection and emphasizes the power of reimagining past experiences. In this conversation, Wendy Behary discusses the power of sharing in a community and how it can contribute to healing. The importance of empathy is also explored, with Wendy providing her definition and explaining how it can liberate individuals from self-blame. The role of the therapist in empathy is discussed, emphasizing the need for therapists to have a deep understanding and connection with their clients. The conversation concludes with a discussion on Wendy's book 'Disarming the Narcissist' and the resources available on her website.

Connect with Wendy:

Website: https://disarmingthenarcissist.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wbehary

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-behary-269a8a16/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Disarming-Narcissist-Surviving-Thriving-Self-Absorbed/dp/1684037700/

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www.believecrew.com